The Top 11 Water Parks for Families in the New York Area
These are the best indoor and outdoor water parks in NY, NJ, CT, and PA—all within a short drive fro...
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29 Hanukkah Activities & Events for Kids in NYC, Long Island, Westchester, & Rockland
Here are the Hanukkah activities and events in NYC, Long Island, Westchester, and Rockland, NY....
23 Menorah Candle Lightings in NYC, Westchester, Rockland, and Long Island
Attend one of these special menorah candle lighting ceremonies in NYC, Brooklyn, Queens, Westchester...
22 Charity Walks in the NYC Area That Raise Money for Good Causes
Teach your kids compassion and the value of volunteerism. There are many annual fundraising walks in...
Halloween for Older Kids: Haunted Houses and Halloween Mazes in New York Area
These haunted houses and Halloween corn mazes will provide the thrill you're looking for this Hallow...
Halloween Crafts for Kids: Our 40 Favorite DIY Ideas for Spooky Season
Get into the Halloween spirit with these fun Halloween crafts for kids, many of which can be created...
The Top 10 Spots to Go Berry Picking in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut
It's berry picking season! These are all the best pick-your-own berry farms in upstate New York, Lon...
How to Spend the Day at New York Botanical Garden with Your Kids
The New York Botanical Garden is a fun destination for families, with a children's adventure garden ...
Why the Bronx Zoo is an Awesome Family Destination
The Bronx Zoo is New York City's largest zoo, and there's no shortage of animals to see or things to...
The Best Train Museums in NY and the Surrounding Area
Take a trip with your family to a train museum in NY (or railroad exhibit), where young and old trai...
Where to Hike Trails in the New York Metro Area
Hiking is a great way to get out and enjoy the fresh air while remaining socially distant! Always ca...
Catch A Minor League Baseball Game in the New York Area
Check out the minor league baseball teams that play in NYC, Long Island, New Jersey, Connecticut, an...
Top Weekend and Day Trip Destinations with Kids Around New York
Planning a weekend getaway with your kids near New York? We've got the top places to visit in New Yo...
22 Role Models for Girls That Will Empower Your Kids
Here are 22 role models for girls that any kid can look to for inspiration and motivation. ...
Where to Go Maple Sugaring in the New York Area
These are the best places to go maple sugaring near you in New York, CT, and NJ. February-March mark...
Interesting Presidential Trivia Questions for Kids
Here are some fun and interesting president trivia questions for kids to get them interested in poli...
Shop Local at These Independent Toy Stores Around NYC
Here's a list of toy stores in and near NYC where you can do your last-minute holiday shopping....
Where to Go Sledding in the NYC Area
Be prepared for snow day fun by finding where to sled in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, W...
Best Hot Chocolate and Teas in the New York Metro Area
We've highlighted some of the coziest cafes that serve the best hot chocolate and tea in the New Yor...
Where to Ski and Snowboard in the Northeast
The best ski mountains with kids ski lessons in New York and the slopes of Connecticut, New Jersey, ...
10 Thanksgiving Traditions for Families
Try out a new Thanksgiving tradition with your family this year. This list includes ideas for DIY ho...
At What Age Can Children Legally Sit in the Front Seat?
Before you let your child sit in the front seat of your car after calling "Shotgun," make sure you k...
Where to Volunteer with Kids in the New York Area
Give back to your community with your entire family in the New York area by volunteering with your k...
How to Extend the Life of Halloween Candy
Read on for tips and tricks to make sure your Halloween candy last longer....
How to Celebrate Halloween with a Child with Special Needs
Helpful tips for how to celebrate Halloween for parents of children on the autism spectrum or with o...
Halloween Movies for Kids and Families
If your kids like a little spookiness along with their tricks and treats, this list of scary (but no...
Ghost Tours, UFO Sites, and Haunted Places in the Hudson Valley
Updated Oct. 2020: These hair-raising haunted places in the Hudson Valley area will spook your socks...
No-Carve Pumpkin Ideas for Kids
A list of no-carve pumpkin decor ideas that kids can do or help with to make your own Halloween deco...
Pumpkin-Inspired Recipes for the Family
It's pumpkin season, which means it's time for delicious breakfasts, dinners, and desserts made with...
Children's Bookstores Around New York City
Updated Aug. 28: You'll love these children's bookstores in NYC, Westchester County, Rockland County...
Family-Friendly Bowling Alleys in New York Area
This is a list of the best bowling alleys for families in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens....
Where to Rent Boats and Kayaks in the New York Area
Here's a list of boat rentals, as well as canoes and kayak rentals NYC, Rockland County, Westchester...
Explore the Night Sky Inside at Planetariums
UPDATED JUNE 2019: On warm summer evenings, it's fun to go outside, direct your gaze up, and count a...
9 Ways to Enjoy the Night Sky
Here's how and where to watch tonight's Perseid meteor shower in New York as well as 8 other ways to...
Lakeside at Prospect Park Reopens to the Public
Lakeside at Prospect Park officially reopens to the public on Saturday, Aug. 1 with modified hours f...
Where to Fish This Summer in the New York Metro Area
These are the best fishing spots throughout the NYC area - including in the city, on Long Island, an...
7 Creative Ways to Play Limbo
Here's how to play Limbo the classic way along with seven ideas to make the game a little more creat...
Parents Guide to Live Sporting Events in New York
Crosstown rivalries, new stadiums, and access to a wide variety of sports make the New York area one...
Kid-Friendly Museums in the New York Area
A comprehensive selection of kid-friendly museums in the New York City area, including Manhattan, Br...
Everything You Need to Know About Campgrounds in New York
Here are 19 campgrounds in New York your family can go visit for a weekend getaway and tips for camp...
This is How to Select and Recipes to Make with Watermelon
This is how to pick a ripe watermelon at the store, plus dishes to make, including a watermelon feta...
12 Fun Ways to Keep Kids Active While Social Distancing
These outdoor fun ideas will get your kids out of the house, keep them having fun, and help them get...
10 Important Questions to Ask a Camp Director
Are your kids ready for overnight camp? More importantly, are you? The moms behind Mabel's Labels of...
How to Easily Plan for Your Child's Summer Camp
It can be overwhelming to decide how to pick a summer camp for your child, and it often seems like t...
Thanksgiving Activities for Kids In Westchester and Rockland
Thanksgiving is all about spending time with loved ones and making memories and traditions that will...
Holiday Markets, Fairs, and Festivals in Rockland and Westchester
Check out this roundup of holiday markets, fairs, and festivals in Rockland and Westchester to find ...
Parenting Tips From Alfie Kohn
Alfie Kohn, an expert on parenting and education, offers tips for parents who are looking for a diff...
Star Wars: Movies, Shows, and Games for Every Age Group
Find out which Star Wars movies, TV shows, games, and apps are appropriate for every age....
Five Families Discuss Their School Choices
Five area families discuss why they chose the type of school to which they send their children—paroc...
5 Fun AND Educational Apps for Kids
Common Sense Media shares its picks for the best five educational and fun apps for kids to play on t...
Dinosaur Ice Sculptures Roar Into Bryant Park
Arts Brookfield hosted its Grace-ful Ice: Dinosaurs carving demonstration in front of Grace Plaza, w...
IDNYC Card Holders Receive Added Benefits
IDNYC released their list of updated benefits and discounts for all municipal ID holders....
Amazon Stops Sale of Hoverboards Because of Safety Concerns
Top online retailers, like Amazon and Overstock, have stopped selling hoverboards because of safety ...
President Signs New 'Free Range Kids' Legislation
President Obama signs new legislation that gives parents the right to determine if their children ar...
Expert Carpet Cleaning Tips for Families
An expert, Ben Shemesh, reveals his tips for cleaning carpets....
Should My Child be in a Gifted & Talented Program?
Is your child highly focused? Does she ask a lot of questions? Is he a fast learner, and lazy in the...
How Can I, as a Father, Be a Good Leader for My Child?
Being an active, present father has some underlying benefits for your kids, including children havin...
DIY: Dog and Cat Toys
Step-by-step directions to make a T-shirt tug toy for your dog and cardboard play pals for your cat....
Elisabeth Röhm of 'NCIS' and 'Law & Order' Discusses Her IVF Journey
Elisabeth Röhm of NCIS talks about her experience with In vitro fertilization (IVF) and how importan...
Mother Receives a Flood of Support Following Her Request of Primrose Markers Donations for Her Son with Autism
Stacey Haley lives in Bowmanville, Ontario in Canada and wrote a Facebook post asking for Primrose m...
United Airlines Sends Sick Kids on a "Fantasy Flight' to the North Pole
United Airlines organized a special flight for sick children to fly to the North Pole at Newark Libe...
Mothers with This Ovarian Condition May Be More Likely to Have a Child with Autism
A study published by the Karolinska Institue in Stockholm, Sweden found that women with polycystic o...
Bowl a Strike at Bowlmor and a Dollar Will be Donated to Feeding America
Bowlmor AMF has teamed up with Fighting America from December 18 to January 3 to host the third annu...
Jenna Bush Hager Discusses School Bus Safety and Being a Mom in New York City
Jenna Bush Hager takes kids' safety seriously. She has teamed up with the Propane Education & Resear...
i9 Sports to Introduce Lacrosse this Spring
Beginning April 2016, i9 Sports will be offering lacrosse programs for kids ages 6-14. ...
What Is Edtech and How Will It Affect My Child's Education?
Edtech is using technology in schools to help teachers teach....
Pediatrician Shares Technique He Uses to Calm Crying Babies
Bob Hamilton, MD, FAAP, is a pediatrician in Santa Monica, California that shared a video of a techn...
New York Toy Stores Share Their Top Toy Picks for the Holidays
Local toy stores in New York City share their hottest toy picks for the holiday season....
Parents Are Turning to Instagram Filters for Baby Name Inspiration
Parents are turning to Instagram filters for inspiration when coming up with baby names, according t...
Toys “R” Us Times Square Will Close Its Doors This Month
Toys "R" Us Times Square will close its doors when its lease runs out this month....
Are Cavities Contagious?
Can cavities be spread from person to person? Marc Bennet, D.M.D., answers and shares what causes ca...
How Much Radiation is in Dental X-Rays?
Your child is due for dental X-rays at his next dental appointment. Should you be concerned about th...
Dental Emergency at School, Now What?
Your child was involved in a playground accident and a tooth was knocked out. Now what? Mahnaz Khan,...
What is Applied Behavior Analysis?
When a child is diagnosed with autism, he may benefit from applied behavior analysis. But what exact...
In the Magazine: December 2015
Check out our December 2015 issue, which includes great things to do in Manhattan during the holiday...
Simple Tips to Avoid Overpraising Your Children
Constant praise is not helpful for children. Instead, try these simple alternative tips courtesy of ...
‘Charlotte’ and ‘Oliver’ are the Most Popular Baby Names of 2015
According to BabyNames.com, the most popular baby names are Charlotte and Oliver for 2015, and the s...
DIY: Snow Globes
Easy step-by-step directions for kids to DIY a snow globe for the holidays, or any time of year....
Classic Holiday Movies for Kids and 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens'
Common Sense Media shares its ratings for three classic Christmas movies, and what to expect in 'Sta...
Explore Science and Technology at SONY Wonder Technology Lab
SONY Wonder Technology Lab is a free state-of-the-art facility in midtown Manhattan, where kids can ...
How To Be a Successful Parent When Faced With Physical Limitations
Nicole Kear is a Park Slope mom, who at 19, got the devastating news that she was going blind....
Tree Lighting Ceremonies in Rockland and Westchester
Kick off the holiday season by attending a Christmas tree lighting ceremony with your family in Rock...
Tips for a Successful Holiday Family Vacation
Tips courtesy of Smugglers' Notch Vermont to provide winter family vacation ideas for parents lookin...
Star Wars Activities For Kids in NYC
Get your Star Wars on with these great activities for kids in New York....
Breast Feeding Can Reduce Risk of Breast Cancer and Diabetes
Two new studies find that women who breastfeed reduce their risk of breast cancer and Type 2 diabete...
Pregnant Women Can Still Drink Coffee, Study Says
The Research Institute at Nationwide Children’s Hospital conducted a study and concluded that pregna...
The Discovery of King Tut Opens at Premier Exhibitions Fifth Avenue
The Discovery of King Tut is a traveling exhibit created by Premier Exhibitions that recreates arche...
Special Education Teacher Documents His Positive Teaching Methods with His Students
Christopher Ulmer is a special education teacher in Florida that documents his positive interactions...
NYC Woman Buys Out Toy Store, Donates Everything to Homeless Children
Carol Suchman bought the entire inventory of Hudson Party Store in the West Village and donated thou...
Introducing Your Child to Museums: How to Make the Visit a Success!
How to make your museum visit a success for the whole family....
Long Island Siblings Named as Owners of Coffee Business That Benefits Those with Special Needs
Stacey Wohl is a mother of two children with autism and has opened a business called Our Coffee with...
Scholastic News Kids Press Corps Adds 27 Young Reporters
Scholastic News Kids Press Corps announced on November 17,2015, that it has added 27 new student rep...
Junk Food Commercials Are Aimed at Parents, Study Says
A study published in the American Academy of Pediatrics found that 25 to 51 percent of junk food com...
Bobby Cannavale, Edie Falco and Others to Perform One-Act Plays by NYC Kids
Bobby Cannavale and Edie Falco will perform in one-act plays written by kids as part of The 52nd Str...
'School of Rock': Meet the Kids in the Band
Meet five kids who are schooling Broadway in rock 'n' roll in the new show School of Rock....
10 Things to Consider When Touring a Preschool
Here are 10 things to keep in mind and to look for when touring and choosing a preschool for your ch...
What is Secondary Infertility?
Some women have difficulty conceiving after their first child. This is called secondary infertility....
First Lady to Honor NYC’s Rosie’s Theater Kids
Rosie’s Theater Kids will be given the 2015 National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award on Nov....
Taylor Swift Donates 25,000 Books to NYC Schools
Taylor Swift teams with Scholastic to donate 25,000 books to NYC schools....
How Can I Get My Child to Eat Healthy Food?
Tips for parents on how to get their child to eat healthy food....
